I stayed home today (12/31/14) because I didn’t feel that great. I had a cough at night and a muscle pain in my left leg from physical therapy. When Janet came home from work, we ate a simple dinner of chicken and wild rice, washed down with some bubbly. She went off to a girlfriend’s party, and I’ve been sitting in front of the fire. Soon I’ll be watching CNN’s Anderson Cooper and Kathy Griffin report on the Times Square festivities. To be honest, I couldn’t imagine seeing 2015, but I clearly will. Less than 11 months ago, I was in Beverly Hospital with tubes running in and out of my body, saving my life. For two months, I couldn’t roll over in bed without assistance. That’s in the past. I’ve had a year of recovery, loss of friends and family, and many challenges. I’m looking forward to Valentine’s Day. Happy New Year all.
Good Morning Gloucester 
Happy New Year Fred and Janet. Today starts vacation planning ~ looking forward to seeing you and what treasures your lovely shop will bring ~ maybe Saint 007 will be there too ~ that was a treat! Continued wishes for your good health and certainly a Happy New Year ~
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Happiest New Year my friend..
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The flame is personal, universal and inspirational, a fitting way to begin 2015. Thank you Fred
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Glad to hear you are taking care of yourself! Looking forward to seeing you in your shop. Main street is not the same without you! Blessings for a Happy, Healthy Year!
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Happy New Year Fred! Keep the faith!
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Happy New Year
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Fred,
Thanks for sharing!
Wishing you the best forward on the path ahead – your very positive even after what you have been through – loss is always hard to deal with keep moving forward there is something special about a fireplace or woodstove with the door open – you and loved one.
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But, as an ideal, we live and will live, not only in the splendor of our past, the poetry of our legends and art, not only in the interfusion of our blood with yours, and in our faithful adherence to the ideals of American citizenship, but in the living heart of the nation.” Chief Joseph
These are wise men. They have much to teach. If we listen carefully, with good heart, they may teach us.” Kent Nerburn
God Bless and healthy & happy 2015…
Dave – Kim
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You continue to be an inspiration – and your shop the best in Gloucester. All the best to you in the New Year.
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